Fire Prevention : Inspection and Code Enforcement

by Diamantes, David

• ISBN13: 9781418009441
• ISBN10: 141800944X
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-09-21
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

The third edition of Fire Prevention: Inspection and Code Enforcement is updated to reflect the 2006 ICC and Uniform Fire Codes. This book features step-by-step explanations and practical examples of the use of model building and fire prevention codes, including detailed information on the legal, economic, and political aspects of the fire inspection process. A comprehensive guide to the "nuts and bolts" of actually inspecting and enforcing code, topics addressed include: right of entry, enforcement authority, the permit system, building limits and types of construction, and fire protection systems and their maintenance. Its convenient, 3-part format enables readers to progress logically from the study of code administration, inspection, and enforcement procedures. Ideal for use as a key component of any professional fire-inspector training program, this book also serves as an excellent reference for building and property maintenance inspectors.

Table of Contents

Preface	xiii
Acknowledgements	xix
Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE)	xxi
Section 1 Fire Prevention Through Regulation	1	(36)
Code Administration	3	(14)
Introduction	4	(2)
Model Codes	6	(1)
Model Code Organizations	6	(3)
The Model Code Process	9	(3)
Authority to Enforce the Model Codes	12	(1)
Code Adoption	13	(1)
Minimum Codes and Mini/Maxi Codes	14	(1)
Local Amendment of the Model Codes	14	(1)
Summary	15	(1)
Review Questions	15	(1)
Discussion Questions	16	(1)
Inspection	17	(20)
Introduction	18	(1)
Legal Aspects	19	(3)
Inspection Priorities and Frequency	22	(2)
Inspection Warrants	24	(1)
Conducting the Inspection	25	(2)
Reporting the Inspection	27	(1)
Violations	28	(2)
Gaining Compliance	30	(1)
Appeals	30	(2)
Records	32	(1)
Freedom of Information and Public Access Laws	33	(1)
Summary	34	(1)
Review Questions	34	(1)
Discussion Questions	35	(2)
Section 2 The Building Code	37	(100)
Use and Occupancy	39	(14)
Introduction	40	(1)
How to Use the Building Code	40	(1)
Use Groups Classifications	41	(4)
Mixed Uses	45	(1)
Special Use and Occupancy Requirements	46	(4)
Changes in Use	50	(1)
Summary	50	(1)
Review Questions	51	(1)
Discussion Question	51	(2)
Building Limitations and Types of Construction	53	(14)
Introduction	54	(1)
Types of Construction	54	(1)
Construction Materials and Fire Spread	55	(5)
Fire-Resistance Ratings	60	(2)
Height and Area Limitations	62	(3)
Exposure Protection for Buildings	65	(1)
Summary	65	(1)
Review Questions	65	(1)
Discussion Question	66	(1)
Fire-Resistive Construction Elements	67	(16)
Introduction	68	(1)
Fire Tests	69	(1)
Rated Assemblies	70	(10)
Summary	80	(1)
Review Questions	80	(1)
Discussion Question	81	(2)
Installation of Fire Protection Systems	83	(24)
Introduction	84	(1)
Fire-Extinguishing Systems	84	(2)
Sprinkler Systems	86	(10)
Standpipes	96	(2)
Other Extinguishing Systems	98	(3)
Fire Alarm Systems	101	(2)
Emergency Alarm Systems	103	(1)
Smoke Control Systems and Smoke and Heat Vents	103	(1)
Summary	103	(1)
Review Questions	104	(1)
Discussion Questions	104	(3)
Means of Egress	107	(22)
Introduction: Egress and the Codes	108	(1)
Elements of the Means of Egress	109	(1)
Code Provisions for Establishing Means of Egress	109	(9)
Smokeproof and Pressurized Enclosures	118	(1)
Main Exits From Assembly Buildings	119	(1)
Doors	119	(1)
Locks and Latches	120	(3)
Exit Illumination and Exit Lights	123	(1)
Accessible Means of Egress and Areas of Refuge	123	(1)
Assessing the Egress Capacity of Existing Spaces	124	(1)
Windows for Emergency Escape and Rescue	125	(1)
Summary	126	(1)
Review Questions	127	(1)
Discussion Questions	127	(2)
Interior Finish Requirements	129	(8)
Introduction	130	(1)
Interior Finish and Trim	131	(1)
Application	132	(1)
Carpet and Carpetlike Materials	132	(2)
Decorations and Trim	134	(1)
Summary	134	(1)
Review Questions	134	(1)
Discussion Question	135	(2)
Section 3 The Fire Prevention Code	137	(136)
General Fire Safety Provisions	139	(20)
Introduction: General Provisions for All Occupancies	140	(2)
Changes in Use and Occupancy	142	(2)
Maintenance of Rated Assemblies and Barriers to Fire	144	(2)
Decorative Material and Interior Finish	146	(4)
Unsafe Structures and Properties	150	(2)
Electrical Hazards	152	(2)
Smoking	154	(1)
Open Flames	154	(1)
Fire Department Access	155	(1)
Summary	156	(1)
Review Questions	156	(1)
Discussion Question	157	(2)
Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems	159	(20)
Introduction	160	(1)
Installation and Maintenance Standards	160	(1)
Water-Based Systems	161	(6)
Fire Flow Tests	167	(7)
Wet and Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems	174	(3)
Halon and Clean Agent Systems	177	(1)
Fire Alarm Systems	177	(1)
Summary	177	(1)
Review Questions	177	(1)
Discussion Question	178	(1)
Means of Egress Maintenance and Fire Safety and Evacuation Planning	179	(14)
Introduction	180	(1)
Maintaining Means of Egress	180	(1)
Obstructions	181	(2)
Obscuration	183	(1)
Compromises of the Integrity of Construction Elements	184	(2)
Compromises of the Integrity of the Means of Egress Function	186	(1)
Removal or Elimination of Exits	187	(1)
Special Requirements for Buildings and Occupancies	188	(3)
Summary	191	(1)
Review Questions	191	(1)
Discussion Question	192	(1)
Hazardous Materials	193	(14)
Introduction: Code Provisions	194	(1)
The NFPA 704 System	194	(1)
Group H or High Hazard Buildings	194	(4)
Exceptions to the Group H Classification	198	(1)
Control Areas	199	(2)
Inspections in Buildings with Hazardous Materials	201	(2)
Hazardous Production Material Facilities	203	(1)
Summary	204	(1)
Review Questions	204	(1)
Discussion Questions	204	(3)
Flammable Liquids and Aerosols	207	(16)
Introduction	208	(1)
Physical Properties	208	(1)
Code Provisions	209	(1)
General Fire Safety Requirements for Liquids	209	(2)
Storage	211	(5)
Service Stations and Garages	216	(1)
Aerosol Storage	217	(2)
Application of Flammable Finishes	219	(1)
Dry Cleaning	220	(1)
Summary	221	(1)
Review Questions	221	(1)
Discussion Question	222	(1)
Detonation and Deflagration Hazards	223	(18)
Introduction	224	(1)
Explosive Materials	225	(1)
Blasting Theory	226	(5)
Construction Blasting	231	(5)
Fireworks	236	(3)
Seizure and Destruction of Explosive Materials and Fireworks	239	(1)
Summary	240	(1)
Review Questions	240	(1)
Discussion Question	240	(1)
Hazardous Assembly Occupancies	241	(6)
Introduction	242	(1)
Air Transportation Facilities	242	(1)
Bowling Alleys	243	(1)
Tents and Air-Supported Structures	244	(1)
Summary	245	(1)
Review Questions	245	(1)
Discussion Question	246	(1)
Other Storage and Processing Occupancies	247	(8)
Introduction	248	(1)
Storage Facilities	249	(1)
Waste Material Handling Facilities	250	(1)
Lumberyards and Woodworking Plants	251	(1)
Summary	252	(1)
Review Questions	253	(1)
Discussion Question	253	(2)
Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Liquids	255	(10)
Introduction: Physical Properties of Gases	256	(2)
Code Requirements for Gases	258	(1)
Considerations for Specific Gases	259	(3)
Summary	262	(1)
Review Questions	262	(1)
Discussion Questions	263	(2)
Pesticides and Other Health Hazards	265	(4)
Introduction: Pesticides	266	(1)
Toxic Materials, Irritants, Sensitizers, and Health Hazard Materials	267	(1)
Notification, Warning, and Employee Training	267	(1)
Summary	267	(1)
Review Questions	268	(1)
Discussion Question	268	(1)
Using Referenced Standards	269	(4)
Introduction: Referenced Standards	270	(1)
Purchasing Referenced Standards	270	(1)
Summary	271	(1)
Review Questions	271	(1)
Discussion Question	272	(1)
Appendix A Equivalents, Conversion Charts, and Related Mathematics	273	(6)
Appendix B Numerical Index---2004 National Fire Codes Contents	279	(6)
Appendix C Alphabetical Index---2004 National Fire Codes Contents	285	(6)
Notes	291	(6)
Glossary	297	(6)
Acronyms	303	(2)
Index	305